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Burundi Visa for Zambia Citizens 2026

Visa on Arrival

Zambian citizens can obtain a visa on arrival at Bujumbura International Airport for around USD 90, valid for up to 30-90 days depending on the option chosen.

Guide last updated October 30, 2026. Always verify with official sources before travel.

What you need

  • Passport valid for at least 6 months from the date of entry
  • Completed arrival visa form, available at the airport or provided on the flight
  • One recent passport-size photo (recommended to carry)
  • Proof of accommodation (hotel booking or host details)
  • Return or onward flight ticket
  • Proof of yellow fever vaccination, required for entry into Burundi
  • Cash in USD to pay the visa on arrival fee, as card payment is generally not available at the airport
  • Biometrics (fingerprints and photo) are captured at the immigration counter on arrival

Visa types

  • Single-entry visa on arrival - valid for up to 30 days, fee around USD 90
  • Multiple-entry visa on arrival - valid for up to 90 days with multiple entries, fee around USD 90-100
  • Transit visa - for short stopovers, lower fee, usually valid for a few days

Visa on arrival

  • Available at Melchior Ndadaye International Airport (Bujumbura); land border availability can be inconsistent, so flying in is more reliable
  • On arrival, proceed to the visa counter before immigration control, complete the arrival form and present your passport, yellow fever certificate and accommodation details
  • Pay the fee in cash USD; queues can be long during peak arrival times, so allow extra time
  • Once the fee is paid and documents checked, the visa is stamped directly into the passport
  • Keep your visa payment receipt in case it is requested on departure

Fees & processing time

  • Visa on arrival fee: approximately USD 90 for 30 days, slightly more for multiple-entry/90-day options
  • No separate service fee since it is issued directly by immigration
  • Total estimated cost: USD 90-100 in cash
  • Processing time: usually 15-30 minutes at the airport counter, longer during busy periods
  • No express lane generally advertised for visa on arrival

Tips for Zambia travelers

  • Carry exact or close-to-exact USD cash, as change may not always be readily available
  • A common issue for travellers is forgetting the yellow fever certificate, which can delay or complicate entry
  • Arrive at the airport with time to spare, since the visa-on-arrival queue adds to normal immigration processing
  • Confirm current entry requirements before travel, as regional member states periodically adjust visa rules
  • Extensions of stay can be arranged at the Directorate General of Migration in Bujumbura before the visa expires

Official links & resources

Always confirm requirements with government or embassy sources before applying.

This guide is for information only. Visa policies change without notice. Travel Visa Stack is not an immigration authority. Always verify with official government or embassy sources before making travel plans.